webfact Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 New state of Telangana is born in southern IndiaNEW DELHI: -- India's southern state of Andhra Pradesh has formally split in two, with its northern area carved out to create a new state called Telangana.The move followed prolonged protests by residents of Telangana, who felt the region had long been neglected.Telangana, which officially came into existence at midnight local time, will become the country's 29th state.With a population of 35 million, it comprises 10 former districts of Andhra Pradesh and the city of Hyderabad.Full story: http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-27658817-- BBC 2014-06-02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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